Showbiz Dictionary: “The Pitch”
thecircusblog | December 13, 2008
The Pitch: Just before intermission the ring master would start the pitch which was the sale of coloring books, chocolate bars and small toys.
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Showbiz Dictionary: “High Seating”
thecircusblog | December 13, 2008
High Seating: When the ushers are pushing the audience higher in the bleachers to make more room for those coming in.
Showbiz Dictionary: “Strawing”
thecircusblog | December 13, 2008
Strawing: This happened when there were more people in the audience than there were seats. The workers would bring in bales of straw and throw them down in front of the seats or wherever there was room. This was called “strawing” or looks like a “strawthum” crowd.
Showbiz Dictionary: “The Flag is Up”
thecircusblog | December 13, 2008
The Flag is Up: When the flag went up on the cook house, it alerted the perfromers that it was time to eat.
Showbiz Dictionary: “Pie Car”
thecircusblog | December 13, 2008
Pie Car: Another place where circus performers ate, mainly on railroad and truck circuses.
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